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MLMUPC Mandates Licensed Engineers for Project Approvals
- 15 January 2024
In a bid to reinforce the standards of construction projects across Cambodia, the Ministry of Land Management, Urban Planning, and Construction (MLMUPC) issued a crucial announcement on 11 January 2024. According to Article 15 and Article 32 of the Law on Construction, the MLMUPC asserts that all design projects utilised for construction or demolition purposes must bear the signature of a licensed...
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JCA: Attracting Even 0.1% of Japanese SMEs Means 4,000 Companies Investing in Cambodia
- 15 January 2024
The Japan-Cambodia Association (JCA) is gearing up to establish its presence in Cambodia, aiming to attract Japanese investors and promote Cambodia's investment potential among Japan's vast network of around 4 million small and medium enterprises (SMEs). HE Takahashi Fumiaki, President of the Japan-Cambodia Association, revealed this plan during a recent meeting with Samdech Techo Hun Sen duri...
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Mondulkiri’s Skyward Ambitions: Private Sector Gains Approval for New Airport Investment
- 13 January 2024
The Cambodian government has granted approval for the exploration and investment in the Mondulkiri Airport project to the FOCUS Consortium, led by FOCUS Consulate Global Venture. Notification No. 41 of the NCC, dated 9 January 2024, signifies the government's commitment to propel Mondulkiri into a hub of progress. Beyond the scope of the airport, the government has extended permission for the F...
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Thailand Sets Up a Date to Talk with Cambodia on the Gulf Overlapping Claims
- 12 January 2024
In a strategic move to address the overlapping claims in the Gulf of Thailand, Thailand, and Cambodia are slated to commence discussions on 7 February 2024. This 26,000-square-kilometre area, known for its abundant energy resources, has been a point of contention between the two nations. Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet is scheduled to visit Thailand for these crucial talks, according to Pattaya...
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MoE Unveils Four Robust Measures to Safeguard Cambodia’s Air Quality
- 11 January 2024
The Ministry of Environment has issued a comprehensive set of four key measures to be implemented across the 25 capital-provincial administrations. Announced on 10 January 2024, these measures aim to mitigate the adverse impacts of public air pollution, especially during the dry season from December to April. Highlighting the urgency of the situation, the MoE's study reveals a concerning declin...
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Cambodia’s Steel Import Surges: Reaches US$372m in 2023
- 10 January 2024
In a robust display of economic activity, Cambodia witnessed a notable surge in iron and steel imports, totaling an impressive U$372 million in 2023. This marks a substantial 3.5% increase compared to the figures recorded in 2022, signifying a thriving demand for steel products within the nation. According to a report released by the General Department of Customs and Excise on 10 January, iron ...
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China Allocates US$1bn for Advancing Rubber & Tyre Engineering Technology in Cambodia
- 9 January 2024
In a strategic move aimed at fortifying technological advancements in the rubber and tyre sector, the National Centre for Research in Rubber and Tire Engineering Technology of the People's Republic of China (NERCRAT) has unveiled plans to invest a substantial US$1 billion in key priority projects within Cambodia. The announcement was made during the signing ceremony of the Memorandum of Underst...
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Bay 19 Golf Worth US$41m Elevating Golfing Excellence on Cambodia’s Coastal Horizon
- 9 January 2024
A groundbreaking ceremony marked the commencement of the first international standard Bay 19 Golf Course project, an extraordinary venture with a US$41 million investment, situated on Ream Beach in Sihanoukville as part of the Bay of Lights development project. The launch, held on 29 December 2023, was inaugurated by HE Kouch Chamroeun, Governor of Sihanoukville, Mr. Seng Meng Hong, Secretary of S...
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Samdech Techo Hun Sen’s US$1.4 Million Gift: Koh Yor Bridge Officially Unveiled
- 8 January 2024
With a budget of US$1.4 million, the inauguration of the Koh Yor Bridge, now known as the Samdech Techo Hun Sen Koh Yor Bridge, in Pak Klang commune, Mondul Seima district, Koh Kong province, took place in a momentous ceremony presided over by Samdech Hun Manet, Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Cambodia, on 8 January 2024. The new bridge stands as a symbol of progress and a precious gift from S...
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Six Chinese Firms Eye Cambodia’s Cashew Potential for Green Energy Revolution
- 7 January 2024
In a groundbreaking development for Cambodia's agro-industrial landscape, six prominent Chinese companies have expressed keen interest in establishing cashew processing plants in the country, with a unique focus on transforming cashew shells into Cashew Nut Shell Liquid (CNSL). This revelation comes from the Cashew Nut Association of Cambodia (CAC), adding a promising chapter to the nation's growi...
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